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title: "Framework for the Survey, Design, Supply, Install, Remove, Recondition and/ or Store of Stairlifts and Associated Works in the Community"
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# Framework for the Survey, Design, Supply, Install, Remove, Recondition and/ or Store of Stairlifts and Associated Works in the Community

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cb39e495-b5cc-4b61-b6a8-6f2af6a3583e

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## Summary

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for a framework contract titled "Framework for the Survey, Design, Supply, Install, Remove, Recondition, and/or Store of Stairlifts and Associated Works in the Community." This project falls under the lifting and handling equipment industry category, specifically aimed at works. It is located in the North East of the United Kingdom. The framework is designed to provide around 175 straight and curved track stairlifts annually across the county. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure, and the award stage was completed with the contract signed on 1st April 2025. The contract period extends from 1st August 2025 to 31st July 2029. This procurement aligns with the Housing Grants, Construction and Repair Act 1996 and Durham County Council policies.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in manufacturing, installing, and maintaining stairlifts, particularly those classified as small and medium enterprises (SMEs). With an estimated spend of £3,200,000 over four years, this contract offers substantial opportunities for growth and visibility within the region. The tender allows for businesses to engage directly with clients through surveys and quoting, promoting innovation and customer service excellence. Businesses with expertise in stairlift technology, infrastructure adaptation, and community service delivery will find this framework particularly suitable, offering a unique avenue to expand their market presence in the North East of England.

## Notice

Framework for the Survey, Design, Supply, Install, Remove, Recondition and/ or Store of Stairlifts and Associated Works in the Community. The scope of lifts currently delivered encompasses Straight & Curved Track Stair Lifts, of which a combined total of approximately 175 are delivered on an annual basis across the County. Successful Service providers will visit clients, carry out surveys and submit quotes to the Home Improvement Agency (HIA). Following submission of quotes, the HIA will approve grants and allocate funding based on the eligibility of clients and works as detailed in the Housing Grants, Construction and Repair Act 1996 and Durham County Council policies. 1 Bidding organisation will be appointed onto this framework. The Council believes that the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) applies to this contract. This Framework will be available for use by Durham County Council and the following additional Contracting Authorities, where they have entered into a Procurement Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Durham County Council. The documents must be downloaded from https://www.open-uk.org/ under Reference 202534 Additional information: The documents must be downloaded from https://www.open-uk.org/ under Reference 202534

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee12af09-549c-4a70-8e11-c3e139d0f70c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,200,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TK ACCESS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2025 at 09:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee12af09-549c-4a70-8e11-c3e139d0f70c
- 16 Jan 2025 at 11:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abca9a89-c1c3-4578-b0e5-64186f8b3ec9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee12af09-549c-4a70-8e11-c3e139d0f70c
  22nd April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abca9a89-c1c3-4578-b0e5-64186f8b3ec9
  16th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.open-uk.org/

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